What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Strategic Due Diligence position at Tarka Talent?
– Strategic Intelligence/Due Diligence - Manager
– $120,000–$160,000 base salary bonus potential equity
– New York City | Hybrid working, three office days per week
– No / Minimal Travel,
Our client is a growing specialist strategic intelligence consultancy that helps senior business leaders and investors make informed decisions around transactions, investments regulatory developments, corporate risk and leadership appointments.
You’ll join an intellectually rigorous team of former lawyers, bankers, consultants, diplomats and former government or intelligence professionals and work in a setting where independent thinking, discretion and clear advice are highly valued.
With continued business growth creating this opportunity, you’ll gain exposure to complex, high-profile matters while contributing to the development of an expanding New York team.
You will lead client engagements focused predominantly on North America, turning complex research and human-source insights into clear, commercially relevant advice.
Role Highlights
You will:
– Lead sensitive advisory projects involving transactions, investments regulation, policy and senior appointments
– Assess commercial, reputational and political risks across unfamiliar sectors and jurisdictions
– Develop insights through trusted professional networks and carefully managed conversations
– Present concise findings to deal teams, legal advisers and senior executives
– Coordinate small project teams while maintaining quality, accuracy and discretion
You Will Need
– At least three years’ experience in law, finance, consulting, government, corporate strategy or intelligence
– Due Diligence/ M&A experience is highly advantageous
– Strong knowledge of US politics, business, governance and current affairs
– Excellent commercial judgement and the ability to identify a client’s underlying concerns
– An investigative mindset, combining curiosity, persistence and resourceful problem-solving
– Outstanding written and verbal communication, supported by a strong academic background
Why You’ll Love It
– Clear progression towards broader leadership responsibility
– Formal training, regular feedback and structured professional development
– Exposure to significant corporate decisions and complex international assignments
– Comprehensive private medical insurance and life assurance
– 25 days’ annual leave in addition to public holidays
– Flexible hybrid working across home and the New York office
– The opportunity to help shape a growing consultancy and its working practices in the US
Applicants must already have the right to work in the United States without VISA sponsorship
Salary : $120,000 - $150,000